Ep #22: Estate Planning and TSP Quirks
Do you have a plan put in place for who will inherit your assets after your demise? Many people are solely focused on increasing their
Complications with FEHB Coverage In Retirement
If my spouse retired from Federal Service under CSRS and waived the spousal benefits but I am under his FEHB insurance is there any way
Ep #21: The Years After You Retire
Ensuring you have met your savings goals during your retirement planning is incredibly important, but it is just one of many things to consider. Unfortunately,
FERS Retirement and Sick Leave
“What happens to your sick leave if you are 63 years and have 28 years of federal service. Thanks for taking this question.” FERS Sick
Ep #20: Phase of Retirement – The Year of Retirement
When it comes to your retirement, it can be a very stressful time—or it can be a very smooth transition. It really comes down to
FEHB and Medicare
“As a FERS retiree, am I required to sign up for Medicare at age 65; or can I opt out of Medicare Part B? Also,
Creditable Service
What is a Creditable Service? Simply put, the Creditable Service is the amount of time a federal employee has worked for the federal government that
FERS Terminology
FERS Retirement Information The Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) is one of the most comprehensive (and sometimes complicated!) retirement programs to navigate. Your benefits as
Voluntary Contribution Program
What is the Voluntary Contribution Program? The Voluntary Contribution Program was developed for employees who are part of the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS). It
Types of FERS Retirement
What is the difference between an Immediate Retirement and an Early Retirement? Let’s first define what an Immediate Retirement is, and what you need to
Special Retirement Supplement
What is the Special Retirement Supplement? FERS consists of 3 different components: the FERS annuity (pension), Social Security, and the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The
Minimum Retirement Age (MRA)
What is my Minimum Retirement Age (MRA)? Your MRA is what FERS uses to determine when a person is eligible to receive their annuity, or